Head of Power Civils

Head of Power Civils
Location: Nottingham

Are you an experienced Civil Engineer with a proven track record working to National Grid standards? Do you have the leadership skills to head up a specialist team and the vision to drive modern engineering practices in the power sector? If you are looking for a role where you can take ownership and make a significant impact, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.

Join a leading technical delivery consultancy that's at the forefront of modernising the UK's energy infrastructure. Working on major projects for clients like National Grid, UKPN, and on sites such as Hinkley Point C, this team is dedicated to bringing cutting-edge digital workflows, from 3D scanning to BIM, into a traditionally archaic sector. They are revolutionising how critical infrastructure is designed and delivered.

As the Head of Power Civils, you will ideally be based in the Nottingham office, though there is flexibility to work from other locations including Birmingham, Manchester, or Peterborough on a hybrid basis. You will take the helm of a growing team, providing essential technical leadership and signing off on designs as the designated CDAE. Your responsibilities will include managing the business unit, steering projects from conception to completion, and championing the integration of innovative 3D technologies to de-risk projects and deliver excellence.

Salary + Benefits

Salary: A competitive salary of circa £65,000 is on offer, with some flexibility for an exceptional candidate.
Bonus: A bonus structure of up to 10% of your salary is being developed, tied to clear and achievable KPIs.
Hybrid Working: A culture built on trust and flexibility, with a typical presence of two days a week in the office.
Career Progression: This is a full-time, permanent position offering a clear path for career progression as you grow the team and its capabilities.
Project Variety: You'll have the chance to get involved in a diverse range of exciting projects across the business, from high-rise buildings and plastic recycling facilities to major nuclear sites.

What you'll need

Proven experience working with National Grid design standards.
Ability and experience to act as a Competent Designer and Assessor of Experience (CDAE) on projects.
A strong background in civil or structural engineering within a regulated sector.
Experience in leading a team and managing projects or a business unit.
An interest in digital engineering, including BIM and 3D modelling.
Based within a commutable distance to the Nottingham office, or other company locations.

This is a unique opportunity to lead a specialist team and shape the future of civil engineering in the power sector. If you have the experience and ambition to take on this challenge, don't hesitate to get in touch. Contact Chloe Orchard at Carrington West to find out more.

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